Xanax abuse is an example of prescription drug misuse. As a benzodiazepine, Xanax can help some people medically – but with misuse, such as taking more than prescribed or dosing even without a disorder to treat, it can be dangerous and even fatal. Developing a Xanax addiction can happen quickly. Even if you want to…
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What should you expect from opioid recovery? When someone goes through an addiction treatment program, it could take a while before going back to daily life. If you or someone you know is considering getting professional help, it could help to know how long it will take and what else to expect. Contact Midwest Detox…
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For many recovered addicts, the lifelong goal is to maintain their sober living status. When it comes to addiction and other chronic diseases, there is no actual cure. Recovery doesn’t stop, but it can be deterred quite suddenly by relapse triggers. Casual use may seem okay at first glance, but it can quickly turn into…
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Have you ever asked yourself: “Am I an alcoholic?” If you have, you may be noticing signs of alcoholism in your thoughts and actions. Alcohol is the country’s third-leading preventable cause of death, so recognizing an alcohol use disorder and seeking treatment can be life-changing. While some alcoholics avoid addiction treatment for various reasons, others…
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Anyone with a meth addiction needs to go through meth addiction treatment as soon as possible. Chronic meth use can lead to some lasting changes in the brain and body. When someone with a severe meth dependency quits, they may experience equally severe depression and discomfort. Recovering and maintaining lifelong sobriety can be difficult, but…
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Why do some people still think that drinking wine while pregnant is acceptable? Any alcohol consumption during pregnancy can affect the unborn baby. It is understandable why there’s so much confusion over what pregnant people can or cannot eat or drink. After all, it can be difficult to go through a pregnancy without the help…
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What are the long-term effects of prescription drug addiction? Some people may think that prescription drugs aren’t as harmful as illegal drugs because they’ve been tested and have actual medical uses. However, every type of substance abuse will typically have lifelong consequences. Even after recovery, patients that have struggled with pill addiction could continue to…
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Not all drugs that can be misused are illegal or difficult to find. That’s why prescription drug addiction treatment programs are essential in this day and age – even drugs that are supposed to help with your health can sometimes be highly addictive and end up hurting you if you don’t use them correctly. When…
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Do you know what the difference is between outpatient and inpatient drug rehab? Of course, the obvious answer is where the patients sleep at night. But what are the actual benefits and disadvantages of each option? The best addiction treatment programs design treatment around each individual’s recovery needs. Which addiction treatment program is right for…
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If you or someone you care about has a substance use disorder, you must have already wondered about what happens when a drug overdose occurs. What does it feel like? How long does it last? The concern of a drug overdose happening could be a constant worry in your life. A drug overdose can be…
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